“I bought a Trace to replace my old Element. This newer model is smaller and faster than my previous model. The lcd screen is easy to read. Results seem very accurate. I highly recommend it as it can be a lifesaver.”
“I am glad I got this. Now if i think someone has been drinking and am concerned about driving i give them the breathalyzer. It is easy to use and appears to be accurate. I tried it on myself first - once with no alcohol (came up 0.00) and then again after 2 glasses of wine (low alcohol) that showed .05. Seems about right.”
“I had an issue with your breathalyzer and your customer service agent Jon Olson I believe... he tried so hard make me look like I was the one causing my Trace to miss read false positives well he finally agreed to send me a prepaid label and as soon as I can locate a printer I will return for examination but this guy shouldn't be in customer service... three years ago I spoke with Kieth of Bactrack he was very helpful I had an issue with the same problem he said we'll send you an element bactrack if you send us the one that's giving you problems... I don't like someone telling me it's my fault when they have no idea what's going on !! Anyway hopefully I can resolve this matter without Jon... most displeased with his demeanor... thank you”
“Truly, I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5.
Two things matter when buying a breathalyzer: reliability & validity. This device is incredibly reliable. Your BAC after 3 beers today (as shown on this device) will be the same virtually tomorrow, next week, a month from now, etc. (or until you need it recalibrated). If you have 3 beers on an empty stomach today, and 3 beers on a full stomach next time you drink, your BAC score will be higher for the time you drank on an empty stomach vs. the time you drank on a full stomach.
But is it "valid"? Mostly...I've heard people who try breathalyzers (not necessarily this one) say, "wow, I didn't realize that 'X' amount of drinks would get my BAC so high!" They're shocked that the number of drinks they thought made them under the legal limit (0.08 here in my home state of California) actually put them over! I have had the opposite experience with the "BAC Track Trace Pro". I feel WAY too uncomfortable to drive with the level of inebriation I feel when I blow a .08. Truthfully, I don't feel comfortable driving if I blow anything above a .04 (as measured on this device).
But, ultimately, once you try it out and adjust to what feels comfortable and safest for you (but at least below .08 please!), you've got a solid way to know whether you're truly "ok to drive".”
